April R.

$18.50 / hr

Lombard, IL

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About April

I became a caregiver because I feel in me to take care of people in need. I have the heart and passion to take care of people in any situation. I love being a caregiver because I feel I'm accomplishing something in my life to take care of people in need. i come from a big family and have children of my own that I love very much. My biggest accomplishment was to take care of my Grandma when she needed me the most. She had stage 4 cancer and I Thank God I helped her go thru this every step of the way. So if I'm taking care of a family member of yours I would treat them the way how I expect a family member of mine should be treated.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

Bathing
Dressing & Grooming
Toileting
Medication Reminders
Meal Prep
Groceries & Shopping
Transferring & Mobility
Exercise
Transportation
Housekeeping
Companionship

Job Interests

Part Time
Weekend Live-In

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

ALS
Arthritis
Cancer Recovery
Cardiovascular Disorders
COPD
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Hearing Disorders
Hospice Care
Multiple Sclerosis
Neurological Disorders
Orthopedic Care
Parkinson's Disease
Post Surgery Recovery
Renal and Urological Disorders
Respiratory Disorders
Stroke
Vision and Eye Disorders
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English
Spanish

Experience & Education

Nursing technician

Feb 2015 - Apr 2015

UIC hospital

Follow RNs and all Medical Staff orders Translate Spanish for Medical staff, families and patients Blood pressure, temperature, blood sugars Ekgs Intake and Outputs, Foleys, colostomys, JP tubes, Diaper changes, wound care, trach care, vent care, oral care, bathing, feeding Handle Sitter cases (suicide, prisoners, dementia, mentally challenged) Computer work Charting Keeping patients rooms and unit organized, clean, stocked Apply Tele Monitors Collect specimens such as urine and stool Ability to follow hospital policy, rules and regulations, attend meetings, and seminars that involve continuing education Ability to work in a team situation Can easily adapt to change/new environment Escort Patients/family members Perform CPR/assist in Rapid Response and Code Blue Ability to use basic communication skills with patients and their families, protect their rights, dignity, privacy and provide patient teaching and education

Feb 2015 - Apr 2015

triton college

Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

PCT

Jun 2007 - Feb 2012

Macneal hospital

Provide patient care and safety under the supervision of an RN Report to RN/MD/PCT (Vitals, I&Os, food intake, elimination) Check patient vital signs Assist patients with bathing, change bed linens, ambulation & transfer, hygiene, feeding, elimination, and prevention of skin breakdown Ability to use all medical equipment, devices, and supplies appropriately such as PPE, nasal cannulas and O2 masks, NG tubes and containers, JP and Hemovac drains, Foley catheters, Fecal Bags, SCDs,Under RN supervision, assisted in Wound Care such as change Dry, WettoDry dressings, Tegaderms, pressure dressings (2x2 or 4x4 gauze, Kerlix), applied topical ointments, Also dealt with Wound Vacs/dressings hygiene, feeding and elimination Check blood glucose levels/Use Glucometer Phlebotomy Trach Care Clean and expel any used items, supplies, and equipment, keep environment clutter free, Perform CPR/assist in Rapid Response and Code Blue

Jun 2007 - Feb 2012

Triton college

Jan 2007 - Jan 2007

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